Treasures of Special Collections

Artists bring nature to the page in stunning, handmade botanical prints from rare and restored books that showcase the artistry of both nature and their authors.

What is a book? Can it hold sand? Can it spin and fold? Discover the one-of-a-kind artist books from our collection that challenge the "conventional" book format.

Take a journey to the past and learn how Hennepin County Libraries have adapted to serve our youngest patrons through the years.